Vegan Portuguese Sweet Bread (Massa Sovada)

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons Instant Yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Plant-Based Milk (warmed)
• 1/2 cup Vegan Butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. 2Add the warmed plant-based milk, melted vegan butter, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. 3Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
4. 4Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. 5Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Shape the dough into a round loaf.
6. 6Place the loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
7. 7Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
8. 8Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
9. 9Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

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